As of 5:35 a.m. CDT Friday, April 24, skies over Oklahoma City were mostly cloudy and the thermometer sat near 64°F, with east-southeast winds around 8 to 13 mph and overnight gusts near 20 to 21 mph. A chance of showers and a few thunderstorms will linger through the early morning, then give way to mostly sunny skies and a warm afternoon with a high near 82°F. Most of the metro should see a dry commute by midday, although isolated downpours are still possible on the fringes.
Friday Into The Afternoon
A slight chance of morning storms is expected before about 7 a.m., then skies should clear to mostly sunny by late morning with northeast winds 6 to 12 mph. Temperatures will climb into the lower 80s, making it feel noticeably warmer than recent days. Keeping an umbrella handy for the early commute is smart, but most outdoor plans should be in good shape after midmorning.
Weekend Outlook
Storm chances return Saturday, with the main window for showers and thunderstorms generally between about 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Large hail, damaging wind and isolated tornadoes are possible where storms form. On Sunday the metro will warm again, with highs near 88°F, and another round of scattered storms could become more widespread in the warm sector. The National Weather Service in Norman calls it an “unsettled weather pattern” with daily opportunities for strong to severe storms. For more detail see the latest NWS Norman forecast and our earlier look at thick fog and rowdy south winds.
Plan Ahead
Secure loose patio furniture, keep phone alerts enabled and be ready to move events indoors at short notice if storms develop. If heavy rain develops in the same neighborhood, avoid flooded streets and never drive through standing water. Check forecasts again Saturday morning and follow local official guidance if warnings are issued.
